2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2003 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (298 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2003 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Canyon | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
